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Steampunk Your Wardrobe: Easy Projects to Add Victorian Flair to Everyday Fashions by Calista Taylor
inkstndfngrs's review
4.0
While I liked some of them, I probably wouldn't go as far as calling these "every day fashion" for most people. I can't see myself wearing these to work at the library, or for the cubical-rat. However, there are some nice simple tutorials for those beginning to get into costuming or who just like "different" things to wear while on errands or for a night on the town.
bookhoarding's review
3.0
A basic diy book with a range of project ideas that could be expanded upon to make customized accessories. The projects aren't super complex and a lot of the photos are poor quality.
maplessence's review
3.0
3.5★
It's time!
Well, time to start getting ready! Our town's Steampunk festival is happening in November and it's a big one - our town's 150 year anniversary.
Me last year.
I want to go to a bit more trouble this time.
I've managed to acquire a beautiful tails jacket for my husband for only $5. (I already have one) at the same time I bought a beaded Victorian look handbag. Time to get creative!
This book is designed for someone with negligible creative/sewing skills - in other words me! If I can't get hold of a top hat (& what I think of as a Dr Livingstone style explorer hat for my husband) I may use the enclosed pattern for a mini top hat for me.
For beginners only!
It's time!
Well, time to start getting ready! Our town's Steampunk festival is happening in November and it's a big one - our town's 150 year anniversary.
Me last year.
I want to go to a bit more trouble this time.
I've managed to acquire a beautiful tails jacket for my husband for only $5. (I already have one) at the same time I bought a beaded Victorian look handbag. Time to get creative!
This book is designed for someone with negligible creative/sewing skills - in other words me! If I can't get hold of a top hat (& what I think of as a Dr Livingstone style explorer hat for my husband) I may use the enclosed pattern for a mini top hat for me.
For beginners only!
library_bookwyrm's review
5.0
I cannot sew. I failed Home Ec. Seriously. But this book lays out really easy and beautifully illustrated instructions on how to make some basic pieces to, indeed, steampunk your wardrobe. Some of the ideas are really simple, and I will try them. Others I'm too timid to attempt - but someone with a hint of ability to use a sewing machine could do them all.
I especially liked that most of these pieces take ordinary things we'd normally just throw away and transform them into unique and beautiful items. See that brown capelet? Isn't it gorgeous? Don't you want something similar? Do you have an old coat you never wear anymore? You're set.
Recommended for anyone who wants to add a touch of steampunk and doesn't know where to start, particularly those who are crafty and/or can sew.
I especially liked that most of these pieces take ordinary things we'd normally just throw away and transform them into unique and beautiful items. See that brown capelet? Isn't it gorgeous? Don't you want something similar? Do you have an old coat you never wear anymore? You're set.
Recommended for anyone who wants to add a touch of steampunk and doesn't know where to start, particularly those who are crafty and/or can sew.
jemifraser's review
Ack!!! I can't believe I forgot to rate this! Calista did a fantastic job of this book - the pictures and projects are gorgeous! And the instructions are easy enough for a newbie :) Absolutely fantastic!
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